Surawong (CBD), the potential area in the heart of Bangkok near Silom, serving both the business and tourism sector. This contemporary zone is a source of many insurance companies, fine authentic eating places, and nightlife entertainment.
On to “Soi Thaniya,” dubbed as the Little Tokyo, offers plenty of original Japanese restaurants where Japanese business people come to meet.
The neighborhood is home to Thai and foreign enterprise offices and a vibrant shopping destination for “Made in Thailand” products and souvenirs at affordable prices. And in addition, during the night there are also many entertainment venues open. Since “Soi Patpong” used to be one of the James Bond 007 movie scenes, it made this location known worldwide.
Located in Bang Rak District, the Surawong Road is one of the early historic streets of the capital. Connects between Charoen Krung and Rama IV Road by stretching parallel to the Silom route. It is a one-way lane through Surasak Intersection to meet Charoen Krung Road — and has several sub alleys that connect to Silom Road.
In the past, it was very prosperous since the reign of King Rama V. And then used to be a source of high-class restaurants and catering to the elite and foreign guests. Today, it is still a source of places to eat from various nationalities, including Thai, Chinese, Indian, French, European, American, and even numerous hotels here also have restaurants open.
The Surawong still has a classic vibe; some Neoera architectures are still to be seen. And interestingly, the old Neilson Hays is considered the most beautiful library in the metropolis, with more than 150 years old, built in the era of Dr. Bradley, to be a monument of love — designed by the same Italian architect who designed the Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall.
The word “Surawong” comes from “Chao Phraya Surawong Wattanasak,” who initiated the road construction.
At present, it has turned into a lively modern business and lifestyle district filled with luxury 5-star hotels, stylish 3-star and 4-star accommodations, overseas business centers, Thai and International company bases, old places, office buildings for rent, foreign currency exchange points, banks, showrooms, motorcycle parts store, commercial buildings, shopping malls, jewelry department stores, old shophouses, renovated buildings, printing house, advertising and graphic design studio, supermarkets, mansions, condominiums, foundations, schools, and night bazaar.
Moreover, you can find restaurants of various nationalities, eateries, Japanese grilled meat shops, ramen restaurants, seafood restaurants, coffee shops, tea shops, imported shops, spa massage shops, clothing stores, accessory shops, bag shops, shoe shops, souvenir shops, and stalls. At night, entertainment venues are open, such as bars, nightclubs, and karaoke.
This street makes it easy to commute as a prime location near Samyan, Chula, Silom, Rama 4, Siam, Rajdamri, Ratchaprasong, Charoenkrung, and Si Phraya. And even more conveniently, BTS Saladaeng, BTS Chong Nonsi, and MRT Sam Yan are only 5-10 minutes away. It is also close to the expressway access points.
Tip: You can walk from Surawong to Silom in many alleys: Soi Thaniya, Soi Pattanapong 1 and 2, Soi Thantawan, Narathiwat Ratchanakarin Road, Soi Decho, Soi Pradit, Soi Pramote, Soi Pramote, Soi Mahesak, and Soi Trocadero.
